Photo by Romulo Yanes, Gourmet

This simple seasonal soup depends on a single farm-fresh ingredient: corn. Its essence is captured in this purist’s purée.

Simmer corn with salt in the water, covered, 20 minutes, or until very tender. Purée soup in batches in a blender until very smooth (use caution when blending hot…
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Ingredients:

  • 6 cups water
  • 8 cups corn kernels
  • 1/4 cup fresh chives
  • 1 tablespoon kosher or coarse sea salt

 

Variations on Fresh Corn Soup

    • Fresh Corn Soup

      • fresh cilantro
      • 1 1/2 cups low-fat milk
      • 1 3/4 cups canned unsalted chicken broth
      • 6 ears corn
      • +4 other ingredients


What wines go with this recipe?

Chardonnay Wines from California

The Sommelier Says: These medium bodied white wines are creamy and rich, which allows them to work well with this dish

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Godello Wines from Spain

The Sommelier Says: These medium bodied white wines are rich and fruity, making them excellent choices for pairing with this recipe

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White Wines from Burgundy

The Sommelier Says: These medium bodied white wines have lightly spicy notes, allowing them to work well with this meal


Maralyn
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